Thirty Seconds to Mars – This Is War CD (2009, Virgin/EMI)

With *This Is War* , Thirty Seconds to Mars released their third studio album in 2009, which is considered a milestone both commercially and artistically. The CD features well-known songs such as "Kings and Queens ," "This Is War," and "Closer to the Edge ," which define the band's signature alternative rock sound. The elaborate production combines anthemic melodies with electronic elements and epic arrangements. The CD is offered in a jewel case with the original booklet.

Historical background

Thirty Seconds to Mars was founded in 1998 by brothers Jared and Shannon Leto. Their breakthrough album, *A Beautiful Lie* (2005), established the band internationally. *This Is War* (2009) was created following a legal dispute with their record label and thematically reflects the conflict. The album achieved high chart positions worldwide, including number 2 in Germany, and cemented the band's place in the alternative rock scene with songs like "Kings and Queens ." It is considered a key work that decisively shaped the artistic development of Thirty Seconds to Mars.

Product details

• Category: CD, Album

• Artist: Thirty Seconds to Mars

• Title: This Is War

• Label: Virgin / EMI

• Year of publication: 2009

• Genre: Alternative Rock

• Condition Medium: Very good (light, inconspicuous signs of wear)

• Case condition: Very good, minimal signs of wear, no noticeable defects

• Special features: Includes the hits Kings and Queens and Closer to the Edge

Notes

• Original edition – each piece is unique

• Signs of wear due to age are possible (see pictures)

• Images are part of the item description